Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 114,125 miles on the clock, averaging 4,768 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KW53 WZR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 114,125 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,189 |
| Average per year | 4,768 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KW53 WZR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KW53 WZR
What car is KW53 WZR?
KW53 WZR is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 WZR?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 WZR was 114,125 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 WZR passed its MOT?
KW53 WZR has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.
Is KW53 WZR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 WZR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KW53 WZR?
KW53 WZR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.